January
Jan 4 Wed Monthly Meeting: True Cost of Food. Come here Mary Papavasiliou talk about the true cost of the food we eat. She’ll provide practical advice on diet, the benefits of eating raw, and how we can eat low on the food chain in restaurants. Newcomers always welcome. Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Lng Bch E
JAN 6 SAT O: Pt. Mugu Canyons Tour: Ocean vistas, coastal canyons, Monarch butterflies. Moderately paced 11 mi loop, 1900’ gain on fire roads & trails. Expect stream crossings. Meet 7 am Long Beach Rideshare or 8:50 am at Ray Miller trailhead. Bring water, lunch, lug soles, 10 essentials. Rain cancels. Ldr: Sharon Moore. Asst: John Ferris. Contact: Sharon Moore justslm@earthlink.net or 562-896-3081. E
JAN 21 Sun O: Sierra Madre to First Water: Dayhike: Easy hike planned especially for beginners! Hike the Historic Mount Wilson Trail begun in 1864 to put telescopes on Mount Wilson. We’ll take this very moderately paced 4 miles round trip, 1000' gain hike up to the scenic oasis of First Water. Meet at 9 am at Long Beach rideshare point. Bring water, lunch, sturdy footwear, hat, and appropriate clothing. Heavy rain cancels. Co-Ldrs: John Hinz, Erlinda Cortez. E
JAN 21 SUN O:Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve: Easy paced 4 mi rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect 3-hour walk. Meet 8 am Warner Ave parking lot (corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer). Bring binoculars, camera, water, sun protection, comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldr: Joe Maynard. Asst: Donna Jean Barker. Sponsor: Orange County Group, Orange Cnty Sierra Sngls E
Jan 27 Sat O: Echo Mtn, Inspiration Pt, Muir Pk (4688'): Hike the Sam Merril trail to the historic railway and resort site at Echo Mountain, then up Castle Canyon to Inspiration Point, and on to Muir Peak. Return by Middle Merril trail, 12 mi rt, 2900' gain. Meet 7:45 am at Long Beach rideshare point or 9 am at N end of Lake Ave in Altadena with minimum 2 liters water, lunch, lugsoles, hat. Heavy rain postpones one week. Ldr: John Hinz Asst.: Todd Williams E
February
Feb 7 Wed Monthly Meeting: Sri Lanka. Come hear Greg Yanagihara talk about his travels to exotic Sri Lanka. His slide show and narration are sure to convey the lushness and richness of this beautiful island state. Newcomers always welcome. Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E
FEB 10 SAT O:Chantry Flat Hike: Moderately paced 10 mi, 1,800' gain scenic loop hike, from Chantry Flat to Sturtevant Falls, Spruce Grove and Sturtevant Camp. Return via Mt. Zion, Hoegee Trail Camp and Upper Winter Creek. Meet 7 am at LB rideshare or 8 am lower Chantry Flat parking lot. Bring water, snacks, adequate footwear and clothing, USFS Parking Pass. Heavy Rain cancels. Ldrs: John Ferris, and Sharon Moore. E
Feb 18 SUN O: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve: Easy paced 4 mi rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect 3-hour walk. Meet 8 am Warner Ave parking lot (corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer). Bring binoculars, camera, water, sun protection, comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldr: Joe Maynard. Asst: Donna Jean Barker. Sponsor: Orange County Group, Orange County Sierra Sngls E
FEB 24 SAT O: Chantry Flat to Mt. Wilson Hike: Moderately paced 14 mi, 3,400' gain scenic loop hike, from Chantry Flat to Mt. Wilson via Big Santa Anita Canyon and Sturtevant Falls. Return on the old toll road, Manzanita Ridge and the Upper Winter Creek Trail. Meet 6:30 am at LB rideshare. Bring water, food, adequate footwear and clothing. USFS Adventure Pass area. Rain cancels. Ldrs: John Ferris and Todd Williams. E
March
Mar 3 Sat O: Echo Mountain Moonlight Hike: Hike up to Echo Mountain via the Chaney Trail. Trail is a paved road for the first 2 miles then about 1/2 mile of dirt trail. Enjoy a great view of the city lights with full moon. 5 miles round trip. 1200 ft. of gain. Bring 2 litres of water, snacks and proper clothing for possible cool weather. Headlamp or flashlight required. Forest parking pass required at trailhead. Meet 7PM at Long Beach carpool point or 8:15 PM at trailhead. Ldr: Jeff Kenyon. Co-Ldr: Todd Williams E
Mar 7 Wed Monthly Meeting - Sierra Club Lodges and Huts. Join us to hear Sierra Club leader Cecilia Fidora present the various lodges and huts the Sierra Club operates and learn how you can experience beautiful vistas at an affordable price! See Tidelines or the Long Beach Group's web site for more details. Newcomers always welcome! Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E
MAR 10 SAT O: Sandstone Peak,Boney Peak, Inspiration Point & Exchange Peak: 8 mi, 1600' gain. Loop trip to four Lower Peaks, including high point of the Santa Monica Mtns. Start on Mishe Mokwa Trail and return on Backbone Trail. Some use trails could be brushy for some of the peaks. Moderately paced trip. No tigers. Bring Lugs, water, lunch. Meet at 7 am at Long Beach Rideshare. Rain Cancels. Email Leader for more info. Ldr: Jeff Kenyon Co-Ldr: Todd Williams E
MAR 17 SAT O: El Moro Canyon Conditioning Hike:Join us as we work on our fitness for summer hikes on this moderately paced, limited stops, conditioning hike around El Moro Canyon (Crystal Cove State Park). This will be an 11 mile, 1200' trek. We'll set a moderate pace, get our breathing in sync with our motion, and keep that pace constant up and down hills for about an hour before breaking. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, hat, and sunscreen, $10 for parking. Meet 7 am, Long Beach ride share, or 8 am at the Ranger Station. Rain Cancels. Co-Ldrs: Todd Williams, Erlinda Cortez E
April
Apr 4 Wed Monthly Meeting – Glaciers/Denali. Join us to experience Richard Clement's presentation on the glaciers of Alaska, and the beauty of Denali National Park. See Tidelines or the Long Beach Group's web site for more details. Newcomers always welcome! Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E
Apr 7 Sat O: Potato Mountain: Moderate 6 mi rt, 1200’ gain on easy graded fire road. Enjoy a spring mountain hike in your own backyard and learn more about the Angeles Chapter Lower Peak Section. Meet 8 am Long Beach rideshare pt or 9 am trailhead (off Mt Baldy Rd). Bring water, lunch, potato snack to share on top. Heavy rain cancels. Co-Ldr: Cecilia Fidora, Wayne Norman. E
Apr 7 Sat Event: Spring Water Fair: TheLong Beach Water Department will host the Spring Water Fair at Long Beach City College in conjunction with the LBCC Horticultural program's annual plant sale. The Water Fair will promote the importance of water conservation, both to maintain the health of our upstream lakes and rivers and to reduce pollution downstream in our coastal environment. It will encourage the use of California-friendly landscapes that reduce water use and provide valuable habitat for native birds and wildlife. The LBCC plant sale will feature many California friendly plants at very low prices. C
Apr 14 SAT O: Big Morongo Canyon: This desert wetland survived wildfires; will it survive development? See preserve for migrating birds, follow corridor from high to low desert. 11 mi rt, 1000 ft. loss/gain, moderate pace. Meet 6:45 AM LB Rideshare or 9 AM at Preserve. $5 donation supports Big Morongo Canyon Preserve. E-mail or call Ldr: Sharon Moore 2 wks prior. Asst: Todd Williams E
Apr 19 Thr O: John Muir Birthday/Hike: Celebrate the 168th birthday of the Sierra Club’s founder with both an energizing hike on Signal Hill and a party at the top. Meet at Hill St and Redondo Av at 7pm with a snack or beverage to share. Participate in our standing conditioning hike or meet us at Signal Hill’s Hilltop Park (Panorama Drive and Dawson Av) for a potluck party @ 8 pm. Contact LB Outings Chair: Todd Williams for more details. E
Apr 28Sat O: Kaleidoscope Festival: Come enjoy a day at CSULB, the largest CSU campus in the system. Bring family/friends to this free open house event, featuring Earth Day exhibits, international foods, ethnic entertainment, crafts, music, and much more. 11am – 5pm. 1250 Bellflower Blvd, off 7th Street, Long Beach. Free parking. Contact: Cecilia Fidora. E
April 29 Sun Eating Vegan Presentation and Meal: Obtain some practical ideas for recipes and meals that make eating more veggies fun and easy. ENJOY a veggie meal. Join Long Beach True Cost of Food at 2 pm at the Peking Wok, 6252 E. PCH (corner of Loynes Drive), Long Beach. Cost: $10 includes meal with tea and $2.50 fundraiser – Tip is extra. $5 non-refundable reservation fee payable to Peking Wok absolutely required. Contact Mary Papavasiliou, 270 Claremont Ave., Long Beach, 90803. Limit of 50 people. Host: Mary Papavasiliou E/C
May
May 2 Wed Monthly Meeting - Angeles Chapter Political Activities. Hear Susana Reyes, chair of the Angeles Chapter's Political Committee, speak about the Chapter's political activities and how Club members can help the Committee's efforts. Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E, C
May 6 SUN O: Mt. Baden-Powell (9399') dayhike. Moderate 8 mile round trip, 2800' gain via Vincent Gap. A historical boy scout trail through oak, Jeffrey pine and ancient Limber pines with spectacular views. Meet at Long Beach rideshare point at 7:00 am. Bring lugsoles, water, lunch and USFS adventure pass. Heavy rain or fire closure cancels. Ldr: JH, Asst: Duane Gates. E
May 12 SatO: Fish Canyon Falls Easy Hike.4 mile round trip, 600 ft elevation gain to the 80 foot, three-tier waterfalls is one of the best in the San Gabreils, when in season. The sparkling creek dances and bubbles over boulders and is often graced with quite pools. Abundant sycamore, bay, bigleaf maples, alder, willow, and live oak provide refreshing shade in many sections along the trail. Lush ferns, poison oak, and other green plants create a tropical feel.Meet At Long Beach Ride Share At 7:00 A.M. drive to volcan matiriels for a short van pool ride to trial head. Leader MARK FLO, Asst: Todd williams E
May 19 Sat O: Metro Rail to Griffith Observatory and Thai Town. Join us as we ride the Metro rail system on this moderate pace, 4 mile, 900 foot gain trek to Griffith Observatory and Thai town. We’ll ride the trains to Thai Town and hike to Griffith Observatory. Explore the recently remodeled observatory, explore Thai town, and have lunch. Awesome views of the city and mountains await. Contact Leader for more information. Group size limited. Rain cancels. Ldr: Todd Williams, Asst: DUANE GATES. E
MAY 20 SUN O: Mt. San Antonio (10,064') Dayhike. Hike from Mt. Baldy Village to snowline, perhaps to summit. Snow conditions permitting, descend by Devil’s Backbone and the ski lift, with car shuttle. 12 mi, 5700' gain. Moderately-paced, but not for beginners. Meet 5 am at Long Beach rideshare pt or 6 am at Mt. Baldy rideshare pt with minimum 3 liters water, lunch, lugsoles, hat, $8 for ski lift, and $$ for pizza afterwards. Co-Ldrs: JH, Jeff Kenyon. E
MAY 26-28 SAT-MON (WTC) I: Beck Meadow, Kern River, Navigation to various Peaks (9050’ – 9410’).Sat, moderately paced backpack approx9 mi one-way, 1720'gain from the Kennedy Meadows PCT trailhead to Beck Meadow, along the Kern River and Craig Creek. Sunday, x-c navigate to various peaks – potential candidates are Granite Knob (9050’), Monache Mountain (9410’), and Jackass Peak (9300’). Enjoy the beauty of Monache Meadow, Beck Meadow and Broder Meadow. Monday, summit Deer Mountain (9400’) and hike out. Ldr: Gary Novotny. Asst: Kay Novotny
June
JUN 2 SAT O: Fuller Ridge to Little Round Valley. Explore a section of the Pacific Crest Trail and enjoy lunch near a beautiful forest meadow. Possible side trip to Castle Rocks (8600’). Moderately strenuous 12 mi rt, 2080 ft gain, dirt road drive to trailhead. Meet 6AM at LB Rideshare. Bring water; lunch; sun, bug, and rain protection; lugs. Permit limits group size. Contact Ldr: Sharon Moore. Asst. JH . E
Jun 6 Wed Monthly Meeting – Guatemala and Maya Heritage. Join us as we vicariously experience Guatemala and its Maya Heritage through the perspective of Bruce Hale. Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E
JUN 9 / SAT I: Shields Pk (10,680+'), Anderson Pk (10,840+'), San Bernardino East Pk (10,691'), San Bernardino Pk (10,649'). Moderately-paced, but 20 mi, 5000' gain hike with much xc and minor boulder hopping and maybe snow. We’ll visit the 1852 survey monument and utilize a car shuttle. Starts pre-dawn and ends (perhaps) post-dusk. Permit limits group size. Send resume of recent hiking experience to Ldr: Sherry Ross, or Co-Ldr: JH.
Jun 10Sun O: Crystal Cove Welcome to Summer. 5 mi rt tide pool hike to Orange County’s stunningly beautiful Crystal Cove. Explore the tide pools and examine the historic Crystal Cove cottages. Lunch/potluck at Pelican Point. Bring, water, lunch & or potluck item, sun screen, swim suit and money for parking. Meet at the Long Beach rideshare pt at 8:00 a.m. or Reef Point at 9:00 a.m. Ldrs: Todd Williams and Erlinda CortezE, C
JUN 15-17 FRI-SUN O: Nature Knowledge Workshop. Join the Natural Science Section for a weekend of discovery and enjoyment as you learn about the natural wonders that surround you. Enhance your knowledge about our precious natural resources from professional naturalists who share their expertise in bird and bat identification, reptile, plant, geology and insect studies. From our streamside camp accommodations in the San Bernardino Mtns. we’ll explore 3 habitats- chaparral, forest and riparian via easy guided walks led by our naturalists. There will be a program Fri night and special interest and hands-on workshops Sat afternoon and evening. All this and hot showers too! LTC credit available. Fee includes 2 nights lodging in dormitory cabins (bring own sleeping bag), 6 full-course meals and instruction. (Tent or car camping available). Reservation deadline June 1. Send check made out to “Sierra Club/NSS” along with 2 SASE (or Email address), H&W phones, names of all participants, $138 with SC# / $158 non-member to Reservationist: Monica Donley (5551 Mammoth Avenue, Sherman Oaks, CA 91401; Ph-818-988-7192; monica5551;@yahoo.com). Visit our website www.angeleschapter.org/nss/ for reservation form. Participants must be 13 years or older (under 18 must be accompanied by adult). Leader: Liana Argento. Asst Leaders: Cliff & Gabi McLean. E, C
Jun 17Sun I: Sam Fink (7339').Strenuous 14 mile, 4500' gain dayhike via the Devil's Slide and PCT trails from Humber Park. On trail to PCT saddle near Red Tahquitz, 5mi, 2500' gain. Then cross country for about 2 mi, 700' gain with some steep class 2 portions to the peak. Return is 7 mi, 1800' gain, cross country and trail. Send email (preferred) or SASE, with contact info & recent conditioning to Ldr: Greg Mason. Asst: Asher Waxman E
JUN 22-24 FRI-SUN I: Castle Rocks (8,600’), Drury (10,160’), Marion (10,362’), Jean (10,670’).Strenuous but sanely paced backpack to explore the other side of the San Jacinto Wilderness from the Fuller Ridge Trail and Little Round Valley. We’ll have time for naturalizing along the way and happy hours in camp. Optional car camp Thurs with opportunities to bag extra peaks. Permit limits group size. E-mail (preferred) or SASE with conditioning, experience, and carpool info to Ldr Sharon Moore. Asst Ldr Kent Schwitkis, Naturalist/Asst Ldr Sherry Ross E, C
Jun 23Sat O: Mt. San Antonio (10064 ft.). Climb the highest peak in the San Gabriel range. We’ll ascend via ski hut trail and return via the Devil's Backbone. Spectacular views. Moderately paced but strenuous. 8 miles 3800 ft. of gain. Bring minimum 3 liters of water, food and snacks, hat, sun protection, boots, proper clothing and $$ for ski lift ride and dinner. Forest pass required. Rain/snow cancels. Meet at the Long Beach rideshare 5:30am or Baldy rideshare 6:30am. Ldr: Jeff Kenyon. Co-ldr: Todd Williams. E
Jun 30Sat O: BALDY BOWL TRAIL. A somewhat slower than moderate ascent up Mt. San Antonio. Participants should be able to do an approximately 9 mile loop with a 3900 foot elevation gain, and be comfortable hiking at the 8000-10000 foot level. Bring water, lunch, sturdy hiking boots. Meet at the LB rideshare pt at 6:30 am or San Antonio Falls parking area at 8:00 am. Ldr: DUANE GATES Co Ldr: Jeff Kenyon. E
July (no Monthly Meeting)
JUL 14-15/SAT-SUN M: Jepson Pk (11205'), Charlton Pk (10806'),Little Charlton Pk (10696'). Enjoy our local San Gorgonio Wilderness; gain experience on class 3 rock; climb So. Calif’s 2nd-highest pk. Sat, comfortably paced trail hike from South Fork to base camp, 6.5 mi, 2600' gain. Sun bag Charlton via class 3 route then hike the others, 2 mi xc, 2300' gain. WTC/equiv. reqd. Send 2 sase, phone & carpool info, and name of SC leader as reference to Ldr: JH, Asst: MIKE ADAMS. E
JUL 20-23 FRI-MON O: White Mountains/Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Car Camp. LB Group Fundraiser. See the oldest living trees on earth, ancient silent witnesses to eons of climate change from their home high above the Owens Valley and Great Basin Desert. Friday arrive, set up camp, and acclimatize at 7400 ft. Saturday visit the groves, 4 mi, 1000 ft gain at Methuselah, then the shorter trails at Patriarch, 3/4 mi 200 ft gain for both. Sunday (optional) hike to White Mtn (14,242 ft), 14 mi, 2700 ft gain. Much dirt road driving to Patriarch and White Mtn TH. Monday break camp and drive home. Well behaved K-9s welcome. E-mail or SASE, & send $15 payable to Sierra Club Long Beach to Ldr: SHARON MOORE, Asst: JEAN KONOFF. Limit 25. E
JUL 22 SUNO: Ice House Canyon and Timber Peak (8303’). Join us for an excellent hike up Ice House Canyon to the Saddle then up to Timber Peak. 10 mi. 3300 ft. gain. Moderate easy pace. Enjoy mountain air and beautiful forest trail. Permit limits to 12 people. Bring 3 ltrs. water, lunch and snacks, hat and sunscreen, lugsoles. USFS Pass required for parking. Contact Ldr: JEFF KENYON at . Co Ldr: TODD WILLIAMS E
JUL 22 SUN Event: Vegan Meal at Tiny Thai. Saving the ENVIRONMENT is FUN! Bring your Friends and Family for lively conversation and a tasty Vegan meal – Vegetable served with Pizzazz! - at Tiny Thai Restaurant, 4152 Norse Way, Long Beach (near Lakewood at Carson). Time: 2 pm. Cost: $15. Reservation fee absolutely required -refunded when you show up. Send check for $5 payable to Tiny Thai Restaurant to: Mary Papavasiliou, 270 Claremont Ave., Long Beach, 90803, 562-856-2145. Host: Mary Papavasiliou E/C
JUL 31 TUE Event: El Dorado Park Nature Center’s Vegetarian Potluck. Join Sierrans and other Long Beach residents for a Community Dinner with short presentation or activity! Talk. Enjoy. Save the Plant. Eat vegetarian. Bring food for 5 and your compostable or take home plate and cutlery. Time: 6:30-9 pm. Location: 7550 E. Spring St (at the stop light between I-605 and Studebaker) (562) 570-1745. Host: El Dorado Nature Center Staff
August (no Monthly Meeting)
AUG 3-5/FRI-SUN(WTC) I:Vogelsang Peak (11,493’), Fletcher Peak (11,410’), Rafferty Peak (11,110’).Fri, moderately paced backpack approx8 mi one-way, 1624'gain from the Tuolumne Meadows trailhead to Vogelsang Lake. Climb Vogelsang Peak, (1169’ gain), happy hour in camp. Sat, climb Fletcher Peak, (1086’ gain). Sun, climb Rafferty Peak, (953’ gain), and hike out. Ldr: Kay Novotny. Asst: Gary Novotny E
AUG 11-12/SAT-SUN O: Meteor Madness.Come up to the mountains to your cabin and watch the annual Perseid Meteor Shower in the night sky from Keller Peak Ski Hut, located off Highway 18 in the San Bernardino Mtns, elevation 6800 ft. Bring sleeping bag, own food and stellar item for Star Party Happy Hour Sat night. A chaise lounge chair is helpful to lay back and watch the sky show! Local day hiking, exploring or just relaxing around the cozy cabin. Check Angeles Chapter Schedule for directions and cabin rules. $8 for members, $12 non-members overnight hut fees. Keller Hut Overseer: CECILIA FIDORA
AUG 18 SAT O: San Jacinto (10804'). Moderately paced 19 mi rt, 5160' gain hike over beautiful trails near Idyllwild. We’ll hike up via Deer Springs Trail, through Little Round Valley, to the peak, and return via Wellman's Cienega to Deer Springs Trail. Bring 4 liters water, lunch, lugsoles, 10 essentials, raingear, sunscreen, sun hat. Heavy rain cancels. Contact Leader with recent hiking experience and for meeting time/location. Group size limited by Permit. Ldr: TODD WILLIAMS. Asst: SHARON MOORE. E
AUG 19 SUN (OCSS, OC) O: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. Easy paced 5.5 mi rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am Warner Ave parking lot(East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: JOE MAYNARD, DONNA JEAN BARKER. E
AUG 24-26/FRI-SUN I: Cloudripper (13525’) Via North Slope. Climb the highest peak in the Inconsolable Range and be consoled by views of some of the most beautiful peaks and basins in the eastern Sierras. Fri hike from South Lake on trail to Green Lake 3 mi, 350’ gain and set up camp, with time to explore & enjoy. Sat to peak 7 mi, 2500’ gain with much Class 2 terrain & short (optional) section of easy Class 3. Moderate pace. Very limited group size. E-mail (preferred) or SASE Ldr with contact info and recent conditioning. Ldr: SHARON MOORE, Asst: PAT ARREDONDO E
AUG 25-26/SAT-SUN I: Split (14,042), Prater(13,471), and Tinemaha (12,520). Strenuous, Sat bkpk to Red Lake, 5 mi, 4000'. Climb Tinemaha, 1.5 mi, 2000'. Sun climb Split class 2, 2 mi, 3500' gain, then Prater, 1.5 mi, 900'. 4WD may be req’d on trailhead road. Required comfort on class 2 rock, moderate to fast paced trip. SASE or preferred email SPS/peak climbing experience resume and conditioning program details to Ldr: GREG MASON Asst: TOM McDONNELL . E
AUG 28 TUE Event: El Dorado Park Nature Center’s Vegetarian Potluck. Join Sierrans and other Long Beach residents for a Community Dinner with short presentation or activity! Talk. Enjoy. Save the Plant. Eat vegetarian. Bring food for 5 and your compostable or take home plate and cutlery. Time: 6:30-9 pm. Location: 7550 E. Spring St (at the stop light between I-605 and Studebaker) (562) 570-1745. Host: El Dorado Nature Center Staff
September
SEP 5 WED Monthly Meeting: Annual Potluck and New Member’s Meeting: Meet our activists and leaders and learn how you can become involved in the club. Bring a dish for 8 (we stress plant-based, organic, locally grown food), $1 for drinks and common items ($5 if you don’t bring a potluck item), place setting, and up to 20 vacation slides (film or Powerpoint) to share. Meet 6:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E, C
SEP 9 SUN O: El Moro Canyon: Meet at the LB Ride share at 8:00 am or the trail head at 9:00 AM. Bring 3 liters of water, snacks, and recommend Lugs. Rain Cancels. Ldr: MARK FLO, Co-Ldr PIPER MACKAY E
SEP 8-9 SAT-SUN I: Agassiz (13,893’) & Goode (13,085’): Moderate trip. Sat backpack from South L./Bishop Pass trailhead at 9,800' to Bishop Lake, 4 mi, 1700' gain to camp. Set up camp, climb Goode, 2 mi and 1600' gain. Sat happy hour. Sun climb Agassiz via Bishop pass, 2.5 mi, 2500' gain via class 2 west slope and out. Moderate paced trip. SASE or preferred email climbing experience resume (WTC OK) and conditioning to Ldr: GREG MASON. Asst: Wayne Vollaire E
SEP 15 SAT O: Mt. Baden-Powell (9,399’): Moderate 8 miles RT, 2,800’ gain via Vincent Gap. A historical Boy Scout trail with spectacular all around views. Meet at Long Beach carpool point at 7:00 am or Vincent Gap 9:00 am. Bring lugsoles, lunch, and adventure pass. Ldrs: ERLINDA CORTEZ and TODD WILLIAMS. E
SEP 16 SUN (OCSS, OC) O: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. Easy paced 5.5 mi rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am Warner Ave parking lot(East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: JOE MAYNARD, DONNA JEAN BARKER.
SEP 22 SAT O: San Bernardino Pk. (10649') : Moderately paced 16 mi. 4700 Ft. gain hike from Angeles Oaks. See some of the most beautiful scenery in our local mountains. Also see Colonel Washington's Monument. Water available to filter about 6 miles up. Bring 3 liters of water, lunch and snacks, sun protection, boots, suitable clothing. Rain cancels. Meet 5AM Long Beach Rideshare or 6:30 AM Miller Creak Ranger Station. Permit limited to 12. Forest pass required for parking. Ldr: JEFF KENYON. Asst: Todd Williams.
SEP 22 SAT M: Indian Mtn (5790’), Suicide Rock (7528’), Lily Rock (8000'): Moderately paced, strenuous over varying terrain. First stop Indian; 6mi/1300ft gain. Then it’s off to Humber Park and experiencing the steep but short climbers trail to Suicide and Lily Rock (5mi/3140ft). Take time to learn from our naturalist about the fauna and flora. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to Leader.Ldrs: KENT SCHWITKIS, Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS. [USFS Adventure Pass reqd] E,C
SEP 25 TUE Event: El Dorado Park Nature Center’s Vegetarian Potluck. Join Sierrans and other Long Beach residents for a Community Dinner with short presentation or activity! Talk. Enjoy. Save the Plant. Eat vegetarian. Bring food for 5 and your compostable or take home plate and cutlery. Time: 6:30-9 pm. Location: 7550 E. Spring St (at the stop light between I-605 and Studebaker) (562) 570-1745. Host: El Dorado Nature Center Staff
SEP 28-30 FRI-SUN I:Tuolumne Meadows to Mattie Lake Backpack. Join the Wilderness Training Committee and the Long Beach Group on this trip departing Tuolumne Meadows (8600') Friday for the Glen Aulin High Sierra Camp (7900’) area, 5 miles with 300' gain and 1000' loss. Saturday depart Glen Aulin area off trail for Mattie Lake (9200'), 3 miles with 1550' gain and 250' loss, includes walking on slab granite, through scrub brush, bouldering up the outlet notch and meandering in the meadow to the lake, and finally making camp at Mattie Lake. Optional scramble to Wildcat Point (9562') for a fabulous sunset view. Sunday return to Tuolumne Meadows the way we came, hiking out all the way. Trip is limited by permit. Contact leader Jean Konnoff, . Asst: Jane Simpson.
SEP 29 SAT (HPS, 20s30s, LB) O: Tahquitz Peak (LO) (8846'), Red Tahquitz (8720'), Southwell Peak (7840') : Fall Festival hike to three lovely peaks and a fire lookout in the San Jacinto area . Moderate pace of 17 miles, 3700' gain. Mostly trail, some cross country. Permit limits group size. Submit recent conditioning and hiking experience to Ldr: PAMELA ROWE Assts: GEORGE WYSUP, TODD WILLIAMS
SEP 30 SUN Palm View Peak (7160'), Lookout Mtn #1 (5590'): Moderately paced, strenuous over varying terrain. First stop is Palm View Peak (8mi/2000ft), then finish with Lookout 1 along the PCT (2mi/660ft). Take time to learn from our naturalist about the fauna and flora. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to Leader.Ldrs: KENT SCHWITKIS, Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS. [USFS Adventure Pass reqd] E,C
October
OCT 2 WED Monthly Meeting/Candidate Forum. Our chapter ex comm candidates will answer questions from the audience. Newcomers always welcome. Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E
OCT 2 WED Vegan Meal & Film. The Sierra Club True Cost of Food campaign joins forces with Women’s Environmental Council – Orange County for the True Cost of Food Film at Adventure 16 followed by dinner at Native Foods - 2937 Bristol, Costa Mesa (in the CAMP just south of the 405 Fwy and Baker St.). Bring your friends for fresh and healthy California Vegan cuisine and spread the message that our eating is costly to the environment and to us! Time: 6:00 pm, meet at Adventure 16. Cost: $20 (includes $4 fund raiser) + tip. Reservation guarantee absolutely required. Send telephone number + check for $5 payable to Native Foods to Mary Papavasiliou, Contact Mary for address. Hosts: Mary Papavasiliou, Dina Kourda E,C
OCT 7 SUN O: WTC INTRODUCTORY HIKE: MT WILSON/MANZANITA RIDGE. Invigorating conditioning hike at a moderate pace. 10-mile r/t, 4000’ gain. Leaders will provide an overview of the Wilderness Travel Course (WTC), which begins January ’08. Subjects include safe mountain travel, map & compass and wilderness first aid. This is a residential neighborhood so be mindful of parking regulations and resident’s quite enjoyment of their neighborhood. Meet 9 am at trailhead. Mira Monte Ave and Mt Wilson Trail Dr. Take I-210 to Baldwin Ave exit, take Baldwin N to Mira Monte, Right to trailhead. Bring hiking boots, 2 ltrs water, snacks to share. Ldrs: DAVE MELTZER, BARBARA PHILLIPS-MELTZER E
Oct 13-14 Sat-Sun I: Tejon Ranch, Wind Wolves, and Unnamed Peak (~5152' / 322137mE, 3862979mN): Postponed. See below, 11-12 November.
OCT 13 SAT O: Point Vicente: Check out Palos Verdes Point Vicente lighthouse, whale interpretative center, and hike a gorgeous 2 mile coastal walk among the bluffs. On clear days you can see Catalina Island as well as the other Channel Islands. Bring a potluck dish to share. Meet at the SC-LB carpool point at 9:00 am or at the Point Vicente lighthouse parking area at 10:00 am. Leaders: ERLINDA CORTEZ and Sharon Bosler E,C
OCT 20 SAT O: Bridge to Nowhere: 9 miles, 1000 ft gain, moderate pace. Hike along and across the East Fork of the San Gabriel River. Plan to get wet! Hiking poles suggested. Bring water, lunch, snacks, sun protection, appropriate layers, and extra shoes. Meet 7 AM at LB Rideshare or 8 AM on the next to the market on 9th St, west of Azusa Ave in Azusa. USFS Adventure Pass required. Ldr: SHARON MOORE, Co-Ldr: Todd Williams E
OCT 21 SUN (OCSS, OC) O: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. Easy paced 5.5 mi rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am Warner Ave parking lot(East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: JOE MAYNARD, DONNA JEAN BARKER E,C
OCT 26-28 FRI-SUN O: Joshua Tree Hikes / Mission Creek Car Camp:(information revised from Schedule listing) Long Beach Group Fundraiser. Explore the wonders of high desert flora, geology, and human history, or just relax in camp. Enjoy guided hikes in JTNP during the day, full moon hikes and camp camaraderie at night at our group site in Mission Creek Preserve. Happy Hour Fri, potluck Sat, group breakfast Sat/Sun. $30 to SC Long Beach Group. Details via E-mail or SASE. Send payment, contact and carpool information to Ldr: SHARON MOORE, Asst: John Ferris. Limit 30 people & 10 cars. E,C
OCT 30 TUE Event: El Dorado Park Nature Center’s Vegetarian Potluck. Join Sierrans and other Long Beach residents for a Community Dinner with short presentation or activity! Talk. Enjoy. Save the Plant. Eat vegetarian. Bring food for 5 and your compostable or take home plate and cutlery. Time: 6:30-9 pm. Location: 7550 E. Spring St (at the stop light between I-605 and Studebaker) (562) 570-1745. Host: El Dorado Nature Center Staff
November
NOV 7 WED Monthly Meeting – Essence of India. Join the Long Beach Group as Piper MacKay shares her experiences in India through vivid photographs and insightful commentary. Newcomers always welcome. Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Env.l Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E
SAT-SUN 13-14 NOV I: Tejon Ranch, Wind Wolves, and Unnamed Peak (~5152' / 322137mE, 3862979mN): Enjoy pine forests and the picturesque high country of our San Emigdio Range and the grasslands of Wind Wolf. We will be immersing ourselves into an environment that is very similar to Tejon Ranch, by staying at the Wild Wolves Preserve. We will be touring the proposed development areas, as well as the highly unique areas within Wind Wolves. Take time to learn from our naturalists about the fauna and flora, and help us plan the next stages in our goal to create a new state or national park. With luck, we will see Eagles, oh Condors. We'll be staying at Wind Wolves for one night, so bring your best potluck items, food and stories. Group size limited to 30. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to Leader. Ldrs: KENT SCHWITKIS, BARRY HOLCHIN, George Wysup, Henry Schultz. NATURALIST: Ginny Herringer, SHERRY ROSS
SAT 10 NOV O: PINE (9648’), DAWSON (9575’), and WRIGHT (8505’):Join us on this 14.5 mile, 4600 ft gain hike from Wrightwood to Pine Mtn, Dawson Peak, and finally Wright Mtn up the seldom used Acorn Trail. Although the pace will be moderate, this is still quite a bit of a workout due to the steepness of trail up Pine. The trail and views are quite spectacular. Group size limited by leader preference. Meet at the Long Beach Rideshare, contact leaders for time. Bring 10 essentials, 3 liters of water, snacks, and lunch. Trekking poles strongly recommended. Rain/Snow cancels. Ldrs: TODD WILLIAMS and JEFF KENYON E
NOV 11 SUN O: WTC INTRODUCTORY HIKE: Echo Mtn, Inspiration Point and Muir Peak (4688’) Hike the Sam Merrill trail to the historic railway and resort area at Echo Mtn, then up Castle Canyon to Inspiration Point and on to Muir Peak. We will return by the Middle Merrill trail. Trip is a total of 12 miles with 2900 ft of gain. Leaders will provide an overview of the Wilderness Travel Course (WTC), which begins January ’08. Subjects include safe mountain travel, map & compass and wilderness first aid. Meet 9:00 am at the North end of Lake Street at the corner of Lake and Alta Loma Street in Alta Dena by the “Gate”. This is a residential neighborhood so be mindful of parking regulations and resident’s quite enjoyment of their neighborhood. Bring 2-3 liters of water, lunch, lugsoles, hat and layered clothing. Ldrs: DAVE MELTZER, BARBARA PHILLIPS-MELTZER E
NOV 18 SUN (OCSS, OC) O: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. Easy paced 5.5 mi rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am Warner Ave parking lot(East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: JOE MAYNARD,Gail Roy, Frances Penn, Virginia Gregurek. E
NOV 23 FRI O: El Moro Canyon Conditioning Hike. Join us as we work off some of those Thanksgiving calories on this moderately paced, limited stops, conditioning hike around El Moro Canyon (Crystal Cove State Park). This will be an 11 mile, 1200' trek. We'll set a moderate pace, get our breathing in sync with our motion, and keep that pace constant up and down hills for about an hour before breaking. Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, hat, and sunscreen, $10 for parking. Meet 7 am, Long Beach ride share, or 8 am at Trailhead. Rain Cancels. Co-Ldrs: SHARON MOORE, TODD WILLIAMS E
NOV 27 TUE Event: El Dorado Park Nature Center’s Vegetarian Potluck. Join Sierrans and other Long Beach residents for a Community Dinner with short presentation or activity! Talk. Enjoy. Save the Plant. Eat vegetarian. Bring food for 5 and your compostable or take home plate and cutlery. Time: 6:30-9 pm. Location: 7550 E. Spring St (at the stop light between I-605 and Studebaker) (562) 570-1745. Host: El Dorado Nature Center Staff
December
DEC 1 SAT I: Black Mtn #6 (5244'), Red Mtn (5261').Start your weekend off right with moderate hikes in NE Kern Co. Moderately strenuous, moderate hike over rocky steep cross-country terrain of about 14 mi rt, 3000' gain. Long day w/dirt rd driving to each peak. Requires 4x4 vehicles. Take time to learn from our naturalist about the fauna and flora. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to Leader. Ldrs: KENT SCHWITKIS , SHARON MOORE, Ldr & Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS. E
DEC 1 SAT O: CHENEY TRAIL TO MT. LOWE CAMPGROUND. Moderately paced 9 mi round trip, 2400' gain hike from Cheney trail and then following historic railway route to site of alpine tavern, now the campground. Observe poison oak, other flora and fauna. Meet 7:45 am at Long Beach rideshare point with water, lunch, lugsoles, hat. Heavy rain cancels. Co-Ldrs: JH, SHARON BOSLER. E
DEC 2 SUN I: Pinyon Peak (6808’). Moderately paced, moderately strenuous over steep, brushy cross-country terrain, 6 mi rt, 3000’ gain. Take time to learn from our naturalist about the fauna and flora. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to Leader. Ldrs: KENT SCHWITKIS , SHARON MOORE, Ldr & Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS. E
DEC 5 WED Monthly Meeting – Southern California Forests Campaign. Juana Torres of the Club's Southern California Forests Campaign will describe her work with the Campaign protecting our forests in this region, plus her efforts to recruit a new generation of conservation activists. Newcomers always welcome. Refreshments will be served. Meet 7:30 PM Environmental Services Bureau, 2929 East Willow, near Temple in Long Beach. E, C
DEC 9 SUN O: Winter Wonderland Walk. Come stroll the Naples Canals in Long Beach to view festive homes & holiday lights. Meet at 5 pm at the end of Appian Way and Lido Land (free parking at the LB Yacht Club or on Appian Way). Dress warmly and bring your singing voice as we carol in the frosty air. Kids of all ages welcome! Moderate pace of about 2+ miles. Ldr: CECILIA FIDORA; Co-Ldr: JEFF KENYON.
DEC 15 SAT O: Mt. Baden-Powell (9399'). Moderately paced hike from Vincent Gap, 8 mile round trip, 2800' gain, along a historical boy scout trail through oak, Jeffrey pine and ancient Limber pines with spectacular all around views. Meet at Long Beach rideshare point at 7:00 am. Bring lugsoles, water, lunch, hat, and adventure pass. Heavy rain cancels. Ldr: JH, Asst: DUANE GATES. E
DEC 16 SUN O: WTC INTRODUCTORY HIKE: MT WILSON/MANZANITA RIDGE. Invigorating conditioning hike at a moderate pace. 10-mile r/t, 4000’ gain. Leaders will provide an overview of the Wilderness Travel Course (WTC), which begins January ’08. Subjects include safe mountain travel, map & compass and wilderness first aid. This is a residential neighborhood so be mindful of parking regulations and resident’s quite enjoyment of their neighborhood. Meet 9 am at trailhead. Mira Monte Ave and Mt Wilson Trail Dr. Take I-210 to Baldwin Ave exit, take Baldwin N to Mira Monte, Right to trailhead. Bring hiking boots, 2 ltrs water, snacks to share. Ldrs: DAVE MELTZER, BARBARA PHILLIPS-MELTZER E
DEC 16 SUN (OCSS, OC) O: Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve. Easy paced 5.5 mi rt to enjoy the natural beauty of our local wetland. Reasonably flat terrain with stops for photos. No tigers please. Expect a 3-hour walk. Meet at 8 am Warner Ave parking lot(East corner of PCH and Warner next to trailer) Bring camera, water, sun protection and comfortable shoes. Rain cancels. Ldrs: JOE MAYNARD,Gail Roy, Frances Penn, Virginia Gregurek. E
DEC 18 TUE O: Christmas on the Hill. Join the Long Beach Group for our annual Christmas Party on the Hill. We’ll meet at 7 pm at Hill and Redondo and hike to Hill Top Park, or just meet us at the park to celebrate the holiday. Bring a dish to share and a festive attitude. Contact: TODD WILLIAMS for more details.
DEC 30 SUN I: Lost Horse Mtn (5313'), Mt Inspiration (5560'), Ryan Mtn (5457'). Moderately paced hikes on trail and cross country to some of the finest peaks in Joshua Tree National Park. Moderately strenuous, around 10 mi, 2700' gain hike. Do as many peaks as you wish. Beginners' welcome. Take time to learn from our naturalist about the fauna and flora. Bring 10 essentials, lunch, and water. Esase (preferred) or sase with recent conditioning, phone & rideshare information to Leader. Ldrs: KENT SCHWITKIS, Naturalist: SHERRY ROSS. E
Notes:
E designates educational content
C designates conservation content